low fat diet
Constipation
Taught that low back pain and rectal pressure may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
Taught that low back pain and headache may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation.
SN instructed that infrequent passage of hard, dry stool, low back pain, abdominal fullness and/or abdominal discomfort, decreased appetite, nausea and/or vomiting, and rectal pressure may constitute as signs/symptoms of constipation. Patient verbalized understanding.
Instructed in measures to prevent constipation: increasing fluids, eating a diet high in fiber, and avoiding foods with sugars (pasta, pastries, cheese, rice, etc.).
Instructed on some measures aimed to controlling/managing constipation, such as: eat a diet high in fiber and exercise regularly, as directed by MD.
SN instructed patient and caregiver on measures to prevent constipation: increasing fluids (prefer approx. 8 glasses of water daily) eating a diet high in fiber, and avoiding foods with sugars (pasta, pastries, cheese, rice, etc.), exercise regularly at a slow, steady pace, as directed by md if you are able. Both parties verbalized understanding.